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Joe Jenkins

Managing Editor, Orange County

jjenkins@dailyvoice.com

Joe Jenkins is a reporter who has worked for various publications including the Poughkeepsie Journal and the New York Daily News. He Graduated from the University at Buffalo in 2003 and received his master's degree from the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism in 2012. Joe is also a contributing columnist and analyst for various online sports publications.

Joe was formerly a managing editor at Daily Voice.

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Schools
Westport Boasts 5 Elementary Schools In State's Top 10 Westport Boasts 5 Elementary Schools In State's Top 10
Westport Boasts 5 Elementary Schools In State's Top 10 WESTPORT, Conn. -- Westport is home to five of the Top 10 elementary schools in the state of Connecticut, according to Niche, an education research website. Saugatuck was the highest-ranking Westport school,, coming in at No. 4 overall behind New Canaan's South, East and West Elementary schools.  Niche collected data and ranked each elementary school in the state based on the following criteria: Academics  Overall district experience Teachers grade Student culture and diversity Saugatuck excelled in academics with a 99 percent math proficiency score and 96 percent in reading proficiency. …

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Events
FAFSA 101 Program at the Fairfield Public Library FAFSA 101 Program at the Fairfield Public Library
FAFSA 101 Program at the Fairfield Public Library FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- The Fairfield Library will host a workshop on proper completion of the FAFSA form, which provides federal and state financial aid for students looking to go to college, on Monday at 7 p.m. Certified financial planner Dan Patti will lead the program and explain what information is needed before completing the often dreaded FAFSA and give step-by-step instructions using a live 2015 FAFSA application. The presentation will conclude with advice on how to receive grants and scholarships, regardless of family income. Registration is requested by logging on to www.fairfi…

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News
Metro-North Worker Charged In Masturbation Incident Spared Prison Time Metro-North Worker Charged In Masturbation Incident Spared Prison Time
Metro-North Worker Charged In Masturbation Incident Spared Prison Time FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- The Metro-North employee who was charged with masturbating on a sleeping pregnant woman on a train was given a suspended prison sentence and must register as a sex offender, according to the Connecticut Post.  Manny Ramos, 35, was a coach cleaner for Metro-North but was training to become an engineer when the incident happened. He said the stress from the training is what caused him to act in such a lewd manor, the Connecticut Post said.  In the incident in January 2014, a passenger said a man was masturbating in front of her on a New Haven-bound rush-hour train near…

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Neighbors
Stamford Students Named To Dean's List At The University of New Haven Stamford Students Named To Dean's List At The University of New Haven
Stamford Students Named To Dean's List At The University of New Haven STAMFORD, Conn. -- Six Stamford residents were named to the Dean's List at the University of New Haven for the Fall 2014 semester. Sean Baranowski, Angelika Boguska, Peter Brown, Melanie Jones, Giselle Lemus and Nicole Memale all achieved a 3.50 or better cumulative GPA for the semester to be eligible for the honor.  

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Schools
New Canaan Boasts Top Three Elementary Schools In Connecticut New Canaan Boasts Top Three Elementary Schools In Connecticut
New Canaan Boasts Top Three Elementary Schools In Connecticut NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- New Canaan's South School was rated as the top elementary school in Connecticut, followed by the East and West Schools for a clean sweep of the top three spots in a ranking released by education research website, Niche.  Niche collected data and ranked each elementary school in the state based on the following criteria: Academics  Overall district experience Teachers grade Student culture and diversity South School excelled in academics with a 99 percent math proficiency score and a 93 percent in reading proficiency.  East and West Schools boasted sim…

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Events
North Salem Library Hosting 'Great American Folk Song Revival' North Salem Library Hosting 'Great American Folk Song Revival'
North Salem Library Hosting 'Great American Folk Song Revival' NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- The Ruth Keeler Memorial Library in North Salem will host a free folk concert featuring Caroline Doctorow and Russ Seeger on Sunday, Feb. 1. Residents are invited to enjoy the music, a glass of wine and a tour of the library.  The Ruth Keeler Memorial Library is located at 276 Titicus Road in North Salem. 

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Politics
Lavielle Meets With Advocates For People With Developmental Disabilities Lavielle Meets With Advocates For People With Developmental Disabilities
Lavielle Meets With Advocates For People With Developmental Disabilities WILTON, Conn. --  Rep. Gail Lavielle (R-143) joined other members of the bipartisan Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) legislative caucus to hear from individuals, families, and organizations concerned about improving the lives of the intellectually disabled and their families on Jan. 15. Lavielle represents parts of Wilton, Westport and Norwalk in the 143rd District.  Hundreds of people filled three hearing rooms at the state Capitol to share their concerns and personal stories with the I/DD caucus, which comprises legislators from both parties who have made a commitmen…

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Neighbors
Three Greenwich Residents Named To University Of Rhode Island Dean's List Three Greenwich Residents Named To University Of Rhode Island Dean's List
Three Greenwich Residents Named To University Of Rhode Island Dean's List GREENWICH, Conn. -- Three Greenwich residents were named to the University of Rhode Island Fall 2014 Dean's List. Alessandra Herrera, Katherine Jane Newcorn and Spencer Gordon Helmrich all earned a 3.3 quality point average or better while taking 12 or more credits.  

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Neighbors
Bridgeport Woman Wins '$25,000 A Year For Life' Lottery Prize Bridgeport Woman Wins '$25,000 A Year For Life' Lottery Prize
Bridgeport Woman Wins '$25,000 A Year For Life' Lottery Prize BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- Bridgeport native Nancy Levine recently took second prize in the Connecticut Lottery's "Lucky for Life" draw game and will receive $25,000 a year for the rest of her life. “My husband came out of the store — his face was absolutely beaming—but when he got into the car, he said nothing,” Levine said in a statement. “When we got home he said, ‘Well, we didn’t win first prize, but we won second prize…and the second prize is $25,000 a year for life.’ I asked him if he was sure, and he said, yes. I couldn’t believe it,” Levine’s Lucky for Life “Quick Pick” ticket for the…

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Weather
Snow Likely Overnight Thursday In Putnam Snow Likely Overnight Thursday In Putnam
Snow Likely Overnight Thursday In Putnam PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- A small, fast-moving weather system is expected to move through Putnam County on Thursday night into Friday and leave bitter cold temperatures in its wake.  Clouds will increase on Thursday with a high around freezing. Snow becomes more likely in the evening hours and overnight, with up to 1-2 inches of accumulation expected. Chance of precipitation is 70 percent.  Flurries and the occasional snow shower could linger in the area until 10 a.m. on Friday before gradually clearing. The high temperature will be around freezing, but is expected to drop into the 20s ove…

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